Preston County Clerk announces plans to formally resign
KINGWOOD, W.Va. (WBOY) — During a Preston County Commission meeting on Wednesday morning, County Clerk Linda Huggins officially submitted her letter of resignation, citing family issues as the reason for doing so, according to officials.
'I do know that […] she has some stress, you know, lately in the job and everything, and there's been a lot of issues,' Preston County Commission President Don Smith said. 'I think she just had a lot of stuff going on in her family life, and she just needed a break.'
Smith told 12 News that according to Huggins, there may be other resignations this coming fiscal year in different sections within her office. He stated that Huggins requested for the Preston County Commission to bring in someone temporarily to overlap with another person that's leaving, to train this new person up until they officially resign.
Smith said the commission didn't have an issue with this, but there was a thorough discussion about it during Wednesday's meeting. Smith said that the purpose of this was to make sure that everyone understood what the timeline was, when it was going to happen and other necessary details revolving around it.
Huggins will officially resign from her position on Jun. 30, which Smith said is the close of the current fiscal year. The Preston County Commission will have 30 days to make an appointment at that time, per West Virginia Code 3-10-7.
Despite USDA cuts, Preston County Schools says school lunch program will continue
Smith said that since Huggins provided the commission with advance notice, they're able to now begin looking for potential candidates to fill the vacancy. The commission plans to meet next week to discuss its plans moving forward so that it can name someone almost immediately.
'Hopefully, it goes to where we do not have any gap,' Smith added. He stated that the Preston County Commission faced a similar issue last year, when the previous sheriff suddenly died.
'There's certain people you have to have to function as a county: one's a sheriff, one's the county clerk, and then the commission obviously,' said Smith. 'So those are people that have to be there.'
Smith stated that Huggins has done the Preston County Commission a service by providing it with so much notice, adding that while it will help a great deal, she will be missed.
'It's gonna leave a hole in the county,' Smith added. 'I mean, let's be realistic, she's been the clerk for quite some time now. She's done a lot with the election and everything, she helped when we were upgrading the election equipment and things like that, she brought that to us and we were able to get that.'
Smith told 12 News that Huggins was able to show the need for upgraded election equipment, which the commission was able to get funded through multiple sources. He also mentioned that Huggins played a pivotal role in the expansion of the Preston County Election Center, which he said worked out well, adding that things like that were very helpful regarding local elections.
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Yahoo
Calif. to sue over National Guard deployment at protests
Good morning, all. If your neck starts bothering you from all that screen time this week, try one of these stretches. Now, on to the news. Subscribe to get this newsletter in your inbox each morning. California Gov. Gavin Newsom said his state would sue the Trump administration today after it deployed 2,000 National Guard troops to L.A. over the weekend to quell protests against immigration raids. The deployment: Trump invoked a law under Title 10 of the U.S. Code to transfer National Guard control from California to the federal government in order to protect ICE — the first time since 1965 that they've been deployed without a state governor requesting it. [CNN] The protests: They began Friday after ICE detained at least 44 people in four raids. The ensuing protests grew increasingly violent, with demonstrators throwing rocks, blocking freeways and burning cars. Police responded by firing tear gas and using flash-bang grenades. [USA Today] Newsom responds: Newsom asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to rescind the order, calling the deployment 'unlawful.' Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, said the raids would continue and threatened arrest for anyone who obstructs. 'Arrest me,' Newsom said. [Politico/NBC News] 🏀 Thunder rebound Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tallied 34 points in Game 2 of the NBA Finals last night, leading his team to a decisive 123-107 victory against the Pacers and tying the series 1-1. SGA credited his team for the win. [Yahoo Sports] ➡️ Freedom Flotilla crew seized Israel seized a boat carrying humanitarian aid and detained Greta Thunberg and other activists who attempted to break Israel's long-standing blockade on Gaza, where nearly 2 million Palestinians are at risk of famine. [AP] 🍳 Egg recall The August Egg Company issued a voluntary recall of 1.7 million dozen of its brown cage-free eggs and brown certified organic eggs distributed in nine states. The FDA has linked the eggs to a salmonella outbreak that's sickened at least 79 people. [Delish] 🎭 Tony Awards highlights Sunset Blvd. star Nicole Scherzinger won Best Leading Actress in a Musical, Jonathan Groff straddled Keanu Reeves while performing and Oprah mentioned the Patti LuPone drama. Here are the most memorable moments. See who won. [Time/Variety] 🦓 Runaway equine After more than a week on the run, 'Ed,' the escaped zebra whose escapades went viral, was captured yesterday and airlifted to safety. See the photos. [USA Today/People] 📺 On the tube: Celebs and music stars gather for the 2025 BET Awards, airing at 8 p.m. ET on BET. Kendrick Lamar leads with 10 nominations, but here's who else is nominated. [Billboard] 🏒 On the ice, the Panthers and the Oilers try to break their 1-1 series tie in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final at 8 p.m. ET on TNT. [USA Today] ⚾ On the field, the I-5 rivalry continues when the Dodgers take on the Padres at 9:40 p.m. ET on the MLB app. [AP] ☀️ And don't forget to: Read your daily horoscope. Play the crossword. Check the forecast in your area. In 1993, Jurassic Park had its world premiere. More than 30 years later, Scarlett Johansson, a self-proclaimed 'geeked-out fangirl' of the film is set to star in the franchise's seventh installment, Jurassic Park: Rebirth. It's a casting that was 15 years in the making. [Hollywood Reporter] Psst: Father's Day is this Sunday. If you haven't gotten something for Dad yet, Yahoo Gifting Editor Amanda Garrity has some ideas. When you buy through links in this article, Yahoo may receive compensation. Amanda: If you can get your hands on the Nintendo Switch 2, then you'll be Dad's favorite. Other buzzy buys that I'm seeing include Lego's all-new Pixar lamp set, a smart meat thermometer and Hoka recovery slides. Amanda: Act fast and you'll still be able to get a custom photo book from Papier or this coffee table book from Wonderbly, which compiles newspaper headlines from Dad's birthday throughout the years. It's pretty cool! Amanda: I have tons in this gift guide! Every dad needs this leakproof backpack cooler ahead of the summer. Yahoo readers are also buying these battery storage systems and barbecue resting blankets in droves — what can I say: Dad loves a practical buy! Need more ideas? Amanda's got you covered. Sir J. Starks recently surprised his wife, Maurissa, with a six-minute Sephora shopping spree to celebrate their anniversary. The staff and fellow shoppers quickly joined in to help her fill her basket. 'The support staff just converged like the Avengers. It was wild,' Starks said. [People] Have a great day. See you tomorrow! 💡 P.S. Before you go, your daily advice: Give yourself at least three hours between dinner and bedtime to allow for proper digestion and improve the quality of your sleep. [Delish] About The Yodel: The Yodel is a morning newsletter from Yahoo News. Start your day with The Yodel to get caught up on weather, national news, politics, entertainment and sports — in four minutes or less. Did you like this morning's newsletter? Subscribe to have it sent to you on weekdays. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.
Politico
15 hours ago
- Politico
‘Not just a party:' World Pride celebrations end with defiant politics on display
After the raucous rainbow-hued festivities of Saturday's parade, the final day of World Pride 2025 in the nation's capital kicked off on a more downbeat note. Thousands gathered under gray skies Sunday morning at the Lincoln Memorial for a rally and protest march, as the community gathers its strength for a looming fight under President Donald Trump's second administration. 'This is not just a party,' Ashley Smith, board president of Capital Pride Alliance. 'This is a rally for our lives.' Smith acknowledged that international attendance numbers for the bi-annual World Pride were measurably down, with many potential attendees avoiding travel to the U.S. due to either fear of harassment or in protest of Trump's policies. 'That should disturb us and mobilize us,' Smith said. Protesters cheered on LGBTQ+ activists taking the stage while waving both traditional Pride flags and flags representing transgender, bisexual, intersex and other communities. Many had rainbow glitter and rhinestones adorning their faces. They held signs declaring 'Fight back,' 'Gay is good,' 'Ban bombs not bathrooms' and 'We will not be erased.' Trump's campaign against transgender protections and oft-stated antipathy for drag shows have set the community on edge, with some hoping to see a renewed wave of street politics in response. 'Trans people just want to be loved. Everybody wants to live their own lives and I don't understand the problem with it all,' said Tyler Cargill, who came wearing an elaborate costume with a hat topped by a replica of the U.S. Capitol building. Wes Kincaid drove roughly 6 hours from Charlotte, North Carolina to attend this year. Sitting on a park bench near the reflecting pond, Kincaid said he made a point of attending this year, 'because it's more important than ever to show up for our community.' Reminders of the cuts to federal government programs were on full display, Sunday. One attendee waved a pole bearing a massive rainbow flag along with a large USAID flag; another held a 'Proud gay federal worker' sign; and a third held an umbrella with the logos of various federal program facing cuts — including the PBS logo. Trump's anti-trans rhetoric had fueled fears of violence or protests targeting World Pride participants; at one point earlier this spring, rumors circulated that the Proud Boys were planning to disrupt this weekend's celebrations. Those concerns prompted organizers to install security fencing around the entire two-day street party on a multi-block stretch of Pennsylvania Avenue. But so far, the only clear act of aggression has been the vandalizing of a queer bar last week. Late Saturday night, there was a pair of violent incidents near Dupont Circle — one of the epicenters of the World Pride celebrations. Two juveniles were stabbed and a man was shot in the foot in separate incidents. The Metropolitan Police Department says it is not clear if either incident was directly related to World Pride. A cold rain began falling around noon Sunday as the rally speakers cut short their comments and prepared to march. Some attendees filtered away while others huddled under umbrellas and ponchos. 'Rain will not stop us, and after rain comes rainbows,' said one speaker from the stage. The speeches didn't just target the Trump administration or the Republican Party. Some turned their ire on Democratic politicians, who they say have wilted under the pressure of Republican control of the White House and both houses of Congress. 'We have to call out people who have abandoned our movement,' said Tyler Hack of the Christopher Street Project. 'Being a Democrat is more than carrying the party affiliation,' Hack added. 'It's about unapologetic support for the trans community.' While the main march headed toward the U.S. Capitol, a separate group splintered off and headed toward the White House, unfurling a large 'TRUMP MUST GO NOW' banner. Those who stayed to brave the weather said their presence amid less-than-ideal circumstances was vital. 'People are still out here, despite the rain, despite their exhaustion,' said Gillian Brewer, a university student studying physics from Silver Spring, Maryland. 'We're not going anywhere.' Brewer expressed some frustration that the turnout for Sunday's protest march was lower than for the World Pride parade the day before, which she decided to skip. 'This is more important,' Brewer added. 'You can party all you want but at the end of the day, the protest is why we can party.' Natalie Farmer, who traveled from San Diego with her wife, attributed the difference in numbers between the march and Saturday's parade to people being tired from celebrating the previous night. 'Some of us have to do the rallying to keep the party going,' Farmer said. 'We all fight in different ways.'
Los Angeles Times
20 hours ago
- Los Angeles Times
‘Not just a party': World Pride celebrations end with defiant politics on display
WASHINGTON — After the raucous rainbow-hued festivities of Saturday's parade, the final day of World Pride 2025 in the nation's capital kicked off on a more downbeat note. More than 1,000 people gathered under gray skies Sunday morning at the Lincoln Memorial for a rally that will lead into a protest march, as the community gathers its strength for a looming fight under President Trump's second administration. 'This is not just a party,' Ashley Smith, board president of Capital Pride Alliance. 'This is a rally for our lives.' Smith acknowledged that international attendance numbers for the biannual World Pride were measurably down, with many potential attendees avoiding travel to the U.S. because of either fear of harassment or in protest of Trump's policies. 'That should disturb us and mobilize us,' Smith said. More than 1,000 people cheered on LGBTQ+ activists taking the stage while waving traditional Pride flags and flags representing transgender, bisexual, intersex and other communities. Many had rainbow glitter and rhinestones adorning their faces. They held signs declaring, 'Fight back,' 'Gay is good,' 'Ban bombs not bathrooms' and 'We will not be erased.' Trump's campaign against transgender protections and oft-stated antipathy for drag shows have set the community on edge, with some hoping to see a renewed wave of street politics in response. 'Trans people just want to be loved. Everybody wants to live their own lives and I don't understand the problem with it all,' said Tyler Cargill, who came wearing an elaborate costume with a hat topped by a replica of the U.S. Capitol building. Wes Kincaid drove roughly six hours from Charlotte, N.C., to attend this year. Sitting on a park bench near the reflecting pond, Kincaid said he made a point of attending this year, 'because it's more important than ever to show up for our community.' Reminders of the cuts to federal government programs were on full display Sunday. One attendee waved a massive rainbow flag affixed on the same staff as a large USAID flag; another held a 'Proud gay federal worker' sign; and a third held an umbrella with the logos of various federal programs facing cuts — including the PBS logo. Trump's anti-trans rhetoric had fueled fears of violence or protests targeting World Pride participants; at one point earlier this spring, rumors circulated that the Proud Boys were planning to disrupt this weekend's celebrations. Those concerns prompted organizers to install security fencing around the entire two-day street party on a multi-block stretch of Pennsylvania Avenue. But so far, the only clear act of aggression has been the vandalizing of a queer bar last week. Late Saturday night, there was a pair of violent incidents near Dupont Circle — one of the epicenters of the World Pride celebrations. Two juveniles were stabbed and a man was shot in the foot in separate incidents. The Metropolitan Police Department says it is not clear if either incident was directly related to World Pride. Fernando, Hussein, Martin and Pesoli write for the Associated Press.
